Understanding loads
Enquiries to the BRANZ helpline show that the meanings of characteristic strength, capacity, ultimate load and serviceability load are not well understood. We take a look at what the various terms mean.
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Joining roof trusses
By In Ling Ng – 1 October 2015, Build 150
Most timber trusses are delivered to site as one-piece building components. However, occasionally they are delivered in sections and must be joined on site. Correct installation of these is critical to maintain the designed load paths.
Changes to barrier loadings
By Graeme Beattie – 1 August 2008, Build 107
Recent changes to the loading standards will mean changes to the design of barriers.
